There's been a stalemate between the union and hospital administration after months of bargaining. Their most recent contract expired June 30.
A Robert Wood John University Hospital spokesperson sent CBS New York a statement saying in part,"We will continue to negotiate with the union to reach a settlement. It remains our goal to find an equitable resolution as quickly as possible."The hospital spokesperson says if the strike does occur, the hospital is prepared to hire replacement nurses for an extended period of time.
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